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Cesc Fabregas has insisted it would be illogical for Assane Diao to travel to the Africa Cup of Nations while still recovering from injury. The Arsenal and Chelsea legend, now coaching in Serie A, stressed that the young wingers long-term fitness must take priority. Diao, who is Senegalese, joined Como 1907 in the 2024/25 mid-season window for 12 million. At …

Quick take: Big picture: the update fits broader trends across the league with schedule pressure and tight tables. Supporters will watch for clarity from training ground reports and official briefings. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.

Arsenal are running away in the early stages of the Premier League title race and secured another important victory this weekend. The North London derby is always a difficult game to call, with the noise around the fixture largely dictating performances, but the Gunners were more than comfortable and confident at the Emirates last night. New signing Eberechi Eze stole …

Como could overtake Juventus into sixth place with a victory away against 12th-placed Torino when the two sides meet in Serie A on Monday evening.  Cesc Fabregas’s side are 10 games unbeaten across all competitions in a run that has included draws away against Atalanta and Napoli, and a 2-0 victory over Juventus in October.  Torino have not lost in …

Chelsea are expected to continue being busy in the transfer market in 2026, and this could include selling one of their players to Barcelona. The two teams meet in the Champions League on Tuesday, which could allow the La Liga giants to conduct the ideal scouting mission. Barcelona brought in Marcus Rashford on loan from Man United in the summer, …

Cristian Chivu’s decision to replace Lautaro Martinez in the second half of the Milan derby surprised Italian legend Christian Vieri: ‘I thought he’d take Marcus Thuram off.’ Former Inter and Milan striker Vieri spoke about the Rossoneri’s 1-0 win in the derby della Madonnina on Sunday night. The Nerazzurri dominated possession and had 20 total shots against Milan’s six. They …

Liverpool may have spent upwards of £400m in the summer, but it has become clear that additions are still needed to Arne Slot’s squad. A new central defender is to be signed in 2026, while there is also scope for another midfielder to be brought in. Liverpool have been lacking in the centre of the park in recent months, with …

Roma are the new Serie A leaders and will host Napoli in the next Serie A match on Sunday: ‘A real test,’ warns ex-Lazio striker Paolo Di Canio. Gian Piero Gasperini’s Roma secured a comfortable 3-1 win over Cremonese on Sunday, jumping to the top of the Serie A table. Former Serie A stars Paolo Di Canio, Alessandro Costacurta and …

Ghanaian defender Denis Odoi has completed a free transfer to Dutch Eredivisie side NAC Breda, signing a deal that runs until the end of the season, with an option for an additional year.The experienced full-back joins fellow Ghana international Kamal Sowah at the club, reunifying a partnership last seen during the Black Stars’ 2022 FIFA World Cup campaign in Qatar.NAC …

Leeds have slid down the Premier League table in recent weeks, as they now find themselves inside the relegation zone after their 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa at the weekend. This also increased the pressure on Daniel Farke, whose position as manager is under threat. There has been a lot of talk surrounding Farke’s future, and given that replacements are …

Ghana defender Maxwell Woledzi has been crowned Player of the Year at Norwegian side Fredrikstad for 2025, capping off an outstanding season for the 24-year-old.He featured in 37 matches across all competitions and was widely praised for his consistency and leadership at the back.Woledzi played a central role in Fredrikstad’s impressive campaign, guiding the club to its first Norway Cup …

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro. (REUTERS/Phil Noble) Since taking the reins at Manchester United, Rúben Amorim has been methodically reshaping the squad. His approach has combined the long-term vision of signing exciting young prospects — including Patrick Dorgu, Ayden Heaven, Senne Lammens, and Benjamin Šeško — with the immediate impact of experienced talents like Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, …

Fiorentina are in talks to extend Dodo’s contract, and both parties are willing to reach an agreement. Sources with direct knowledge of the matter tell me that Fiorentina have resumed talks to extend Dodo’s contract. The news was first reported by Flavio Ognissanti of Passione Fiorentina. Negotiations are ongoing, and both parties are willing to reach an agreement and put …

Newcastle have had an underwhelming season so far, but there is plenty of time for things to turn around for Eddie Howe’s side. Saturday’s 2-1 victory over Man City would have raised spirits, and those among supporters could go higher when the January transfer window rolls around. So far, the majority of Newcastle’s summer signings are yet to convince, but …

Juventus’ injury crisis in defence continues as the Bianconeri have flown to Norway for a Champions League game against Bodo/Glimt without Gleison Bremer, Daniele Rugani and Federico Gatti, among others. Juventus coach Spalletti has announced his squad list for a Champions League match against Bodo/Glimt, which will be played on Tuesday, November 25. As expected, Italian defender Gatti is not …